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Philippines adopts Tether’s USDT for social security payments
1.7.2024
The Social Security System is a state-run social insurance program that serves employees in the official, informal, and private sectors
Roaring Kitty faces securities fraud claims in ‘doomed’ GME lawsuit
1.7.2024
Keith Gill is facing a new class-action lawsuit stemming from his recent social media posts. However, a lawyer says the case is likely “doomed” to fail
Treasury and IRS Announce Digital Asset Tax Reporting Regulations
30.6.2024
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS have released final regulations for tax reporting on digital asset sales, as part of the Biden-Harris administration’s implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Additionally, the Treasury and the IRS revealed that they anticipate...
Analyst Updates Spot Ether ETF Launch Date Prediction Citing Slow SEC Review
30.6.2024
Bloomberg’s senior ETF analyst has updated his prediction regarding the launch of ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs), noting delays due to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s review process during the holiday week. Despite the approval of 19b-4 filings for eight ether ETFs in...
Court Dismisses SEC Claim on Secondary Sales of BNB
30.6.2024
The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia has dismissed several claims in the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s case against Binance and its affiliates. This includes allegations related to secondary BNB sales and the sale of the stablecoin BUSD. However,...
SEC Asks Court to Quash Coinbase Subpoena in Legal Clash Over Crypto Regulations
29.6.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has asked the court to quash a subpoena issued by crypto exchange Coinbase that demands documents related to the crypto markets and personal communications of SEC Chair Gary Gensler. The SEC argues that the subpoena is irrelevant and imposes undue...
Spot Ether ETF Approval Expected to Enhance Crypto Asset’s Legitimacy and Utility, Says Hedera Council President
29.6.2024
While lobbying is likely to play an important role in shaping crypto policy, just as it has done in the early days of most industries, Charles Adkins, President of the Hedera Council, believes showcasing the tangible benefits of blockchain technology is a far more sustainable approach. Therefore...
Supreme Court’s Chevron Ruling Seen as ‘a Game Changer’ for Crypto Industry
29.6.2024
The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down Chevron deference, a doctrine that allowed federal agencies broad discretion in interpreting ambiguous statutes. This decision is seen as a pivotal shift towards greater regulatory clarity and judicial oversight, especially impacting the digital assets sector....
NFT Sales Defy Crypto Market Downturn, Rising 4.52% This Week
29.6.2024
Despite a general decline in cryptocurrency markets this week, non-fungible token (NFT) sales rose by 4.52% compared to the previous week. NFT sales totaled approximately $101,467,710 over the past seven days, with Ethereum-based digital collectibles dominating the market. NFT Landscape Shifts This...
North Carolina Passes Bill to Block State Participation in Federal CBDC Testing
29.6.2024
The General Assembly of the U.S. state of North Carolina has approved a bill that prevents the state from participating in the Federal Reserve’s testing of a central bank digital currency (CBDC). The General Assembly is North Carolina’s legislative body, comprising two chambers:...
Study: Crypto Assets Worth $572.7 Million Lost to Hacks and Fraud in Q2 2024
29.6.2024
Digital assets worth over $572.7 million were lost to hacks and fraud in the second quarter of 2024. This latest figure brings the value of digital assets lost to hacks, fraud, and scams in 2024 to $920.9 million. Decentralized finance (defi) platforms lost approximately $172.1 million across...
Solana ETF Approval Odds Rise Amid Potential Political Shifts, Analyst Says
29.6.2024
Bloomberg’s senior ETF analyst has stated that the odds of a Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF) being approved within the next 12 months are closely linked to the likelihood of a change in the U.S. presidency. He noted that it is “safe to say the chances of both are higher today than...
Banque de France, Hong Kong Monetary Authority explore CBDC, tokenization
28.6.2024
The HKMA set up Project Ensemble months ago. Now we know why
Olympic Athlete Keeps Bringing Yu-Gi-Oh Cards To His Races—And Winning
28.6.2024
When the hell did you get into Yu-Gi-Oh? Where were you all when I was the last holdout of my middle school lunch period trying to do synchro-summons because I thought they were the coolest thing in the world? I ask this because there has not only been a discernable uptick in the trading card game...
Nigeria’s SEC boss says crypto can aid 38M unbanked
28.6.2024
Agama noted that cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin can greatly lower remittance costs, making it easier and cheaper for Nigerians abroad to send money home
History Associates joins Coinbase in FDIC legal battle
28.6.2024
The History Associates suit aims to hold the FDIC and other regulatory agencies accountable for their actions and ensure transparency in their regulatory practices
S&P Global joins Singapore's Project Guardian tokenization trials
27.6.2024
The rating agency will provide its perspective on risk mitigation in tokenized fixed income transactions
State Street Partners With Galaxy Asset Management to Create New Crypto ETFs
27.6.2024
State Street Global Advisors has partnered with Galaxy Asset Management to provide advanced digital asset-based strategies, expanding investor access to the digital asset ecosystem beyond cryptocurrencies and bitcoin. “We believe we are in a strong position to make digital assets more...
Marathon Digital Expands Mining Operations to Include Kaspa
27.6.2024
Marathon Digital Holdings Inc. has diversified its mining activities by adding kaspa (KAS), a proof-of-work digital asset, to its portfolio. The initiative has already yielded significant results, with the company mining 93 million KAS, valued at approximately $15 million as of June 25, 2024....
Solana Climbs 8.1% Following Vaneck’s SEC Filing for SOL-Based ETF
27.6.2024
Following Vaneck’s application with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch a solana-based exchange-traded fund (ETF), solana has appreciated 8.1% against the U.S. dollar. Apart from bitcoin, ethereum, and stablecoins, solana now boasts the highest daily trade volume among...